Ruby Group has confirmed its second project in Sweden. Located in the heart of Malmö’s vibrant Davidshall district, the new 78-room property will be developed in partnership with Swedish real estate company Revelop, known for its focus on sustainability in key urban regions.
Davidshall, famous for its charming alleys, vintage boutiques, and lively café culture, sits just around the corner from Triangeln station – the future Öresund Metro connection to Copenhagen, due for completion in 2029. Malmö city centre and the main station are within walking distance, while Copenhagen Airport is under 30 minutes away by train.
The hotel will be created through the conversion of an existing office building, offering highly visible public areas on the ground floor. The long-established restaurant “Brogatan” will continue to operate separately within the building, adding to the property’s authentic local feel. With a total floor area of around 3,500 m², the project fits seamlessly with Ruby’s flexible, space-efficient model.
“Following our market entry announcement in Stockholm last year, Malmö is the perfect next step in our Swedish growth strategy. Davidshall’s creative energy, cultural flair, and unbeatable connection to Copenhagen give this project everything we look for in a location. Our Lean Luxury philosophy is about making exceptional design, comfort, and atmosphere affordable – this project offers the perfect stage for that,” says Elena Guenther-Jakobs, Associate Director Development for Central & Northern Europe at Ruby Group.
“This partnership with the Ruby Group aligns perfectly with our mission to rethink and renew existing spaces sustainably,” says Mathias Björkman, Head of Real Estate at Revelop. “Together, we’re turning a historically significant building into a modern destination – without compromising on quality, character, or environmental responsibility. With the Ruby brand now part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts since February 2025, Revelop is proud to bring yet another distinctive hotel to the Swedish market.”
The conversion will be managed by Revelop as project developer and investor, with the interior design by Ruby’s in-house team led by Matthew Balon. The hotel is scheduled to open in Q1 / 2028, when it will join IHG Hotels & Resorts’ premium segment portfolio following their acquisition of the Ruby Hotels brand earlier this year.
